Wild Wisdom – Rayleen Clancy at GOMA

Wild Wisdom brings Rayleen Clancy’s exhibition to GOMA Gallery of Modern Art in Waterford. It runs from 3 to 31 October 2026, including the Imagine Arts Festival week, with free gallery admission.

The exhibition brings together glass, sculpture, light, sound, costume and film. Clancy draws on Irish folklore and the figure of the Grúagach to explore the relationship between people and nature. Visitors can encounter a range of materials and approaches across the gallery space.

Wild Wisdom dates, opening hours and admission

Venue: GOMA, 6 Lombard Street, Waterford.
Dates: 3–31 October 2026.
Opening hours: 11am–5pm, Tuesday to Saturday.
Closed: Sundays and Mondays.
Admission: Free.

These dates and hours follow the official GOMA visitor information. The exhibition is part of the Imagine Arts Festival programme, while the gallery’s full run extends beyond festival week. During the festival, plan a visit between Tuesday 20 and Saturday 24 October; the gallery is closed on Sunday 25 October.

Rayleen Clancy at GOMA

Wild Wisdom is a chance to spend time with an exhibition shaped by folklore, imagination and the natural world. Allow time to look around the gallery and experience the different elements of the work. Check the venue’s current information before travelling, particularly if you are planning an evening visit.

Food, drinks and getting there

Make your gallery visit part of a day in Waterford city. Nearby options include The Reg for a drink and Bodega for food. Check opening and service times before making plans.

For a local journey, Rapid Cabs can help with transport around Waterford.

WIYP tip: Choose a Tuesday-to-Saturday daytime visit for Wild Wisdom. The gallery is free to enter, but the published opening days matter when planning your route through the festival.